Wrong standard of review in the initial brief

Lawyers often haggle in briefs about the correct standard of review that should apply in a given case. It may not be completely clear which one...

There is an historic cause of action called "alienation of affection" that allowed aggrieved persons to bring suit against their spouse's paramour....

The Florida Supreme Court has approved various forms that can be found in the various rules of court procedure. Florida Rule of Civil Procedure...

Judges assistant confirmed a Motion to Stay was granted and ordered keys be provided to me. Attorneys are refusing. What do I do

Yes, duplicate question. Completely agree w/Mr. Gaffney. I would also say that a judge's verbal pronouncements (even when captured by a court...

Fish, cut bait, or go home?

If you went to trial pro se and didn't have a court reporter, then you are likely "SOL." If you had a court reporter, you are not completely dead...

Will my partner's income count for child support?

As Ms. Jacobs stated, your partner's income cannot be "directly" considered. However, if your partner is providing you valuable benefits (paying...

I was attacked while in prison. I’m out now and Hospital wants me to pay. What can I do?

They can go after you, but you probably have a claim for indemnification (and possible other injury claims) against DOC. Meet with a lawyer to...

Lease or HOA?

It depends on your lease agreement. The HOA documents are relevant to the owner, and your lease is relevant to you. I suppose someone could sue you...

Paying off someone elses mortgage monthly when I have the deed to property from HOA foreclosure?

Once title has passed by virtue of a certificate of title issued in an HOA foreclosure, you can pay off the outstanding mortgage lien without risk...

Can I sue the Booking agent for our Bed&Breakfast

This is a classic business litigation case. You likely have a cause of action, based on your version of the events. You will want to hire a...